Morrison vs Daws is Set For The British Title at York Hall
By Terence Dooley
Barry Morrison will bid to become a two-time British champion when he takes on Lenny Daws at the York Hall, Bethnal Green next Friday night.
Morrison defeated Daws when first claiming the title back in 2007 only to lose the belt to Colin Lynes five-months later. Morrison had a shot at the vacant belt in July 2008 but was out-boxed by Manchester’s David Barnes.
Promoter Tommy Gilmour believes that Morrison is due a slice of good fortune, he told the Hamilton Advertiser that his man deserves this shot.
“Barry has battled through a period of illnesses, injury and setbacks, and he's ready for this but the other guy will also be relishing it,” stated Gilmour.
“Morrison is one of the few boxers who have beaten him so he'll be looking for revenge. However, let's just say that with Barry training as well as he has been, this isn't a good time for Lenny to be getting him. This is a huge fight for Barry. He's got the chance again and it's make-or-break for him because others will want a shot at this title. He's got the ability, I have absolutely no doubt about that”
Morrison is 29, this could be his last shot at the British title and Gilmour insists that his man is unfazed by the late call-up. Barry knows the championship distance well; he also knows that Laws is a tough opponent. Morrison will have to be on his game to make the most of this chance.
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